711th HPW/OE NARDA FieldMan Broadband Meter and Probes
ID: COMBO-AFRL-PZLEQ-2025-0008Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2396 USAF AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND AFRL PZL AFRL PZLEWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7541, USA

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Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517)

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CHEMICAL ANALYSIS INSTRUMENTS (6630)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, is soliciting quotes for the procurement of NARDA FieldMan Broadband Meters and associated probes, specifically designed for electric and magnetic field measurements across RF to microwave frequencies. The requirement includes four NARDA Fieldman Logging Broadband Field Meters and three types of probes (EFD0391, EFD5091, HFD0361, and HFD0191), with specifications emphasizing features such as isotropic probes covering 100 kHz to 60 GHz, extensive logging memory, and user-friendly interfaces. This procurement is crucial for enhancing data collection and analysis for RF safety and compliance in government projects. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by January 3, 2025, to Mr. Jason Sav at jason.sav@us.af.mil, with delivery expected within 30 days of order receipt.

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    The Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation for a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under Solicitation Number COMBO-AFRL-PZLEQ-2025-0008. The RFQ is exclusively set aside for small businesses, focusing on the procurement of NARDA FieldMan Broadband Meters along with four specified probes. Key specifications include the ability to measure a frequency range from 100kHz to 60GHz, a large graphical display, auto-zeroing features, extensive logging memory, and various display settings. Delivery is expected to take place 30 days after receipt of order to a designated location. Offerors must provide complete representations and certifications and include warranty information with their submissions, which are due by January 3, 2025. The government will evaluate quotes based on the lowest price that meets the technical requirements. This solicitation underscores the U.S. government’s commitment to supporting small businesses while ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and standards.
    The government request for proposal (RFP) outlines the need for the provision of four NARDA FieldMan Logging Broadband Field Meters, complemented by three specific types of probes (EFD0391, EFD5091, HFD0361, and HFD0191). These instruments are designed for electric and magnetic field measurements across RF to microwave frequencies. The key specifications include isotropic probes covering 100 kHz to 60 GHz, a large graphical display, and backlit LCD for visibility in bright conditions. Additional features requested are automatic probe detection, extensive memory for logging up to 5000 results, a Graphical User Interface (GUI), numerous data display options, history mode, and GPS interface capability. The document emphasizes user-friendly functionalities, such as a keypad lock to prevent unintended inputs, an auto-off feature for battery conservation, and various measurement units. The overall objective of this RFP is to procure advanced measurement tools that enhance data collection and analysis for RF safety and compliance in relevant government projects.
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